EEA Nationals Settled or Pre-settled Status
2021-06-07
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Q1
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EEA nationals face challenges in applying for settled or pre-settled status before the June deadline.
What guidance will be put in place for EEA nationals eligible for settled or pre-settled status whose applications have not been approved by 30 June 2021?
The EUSS is open since March 2019, with over two years of applications. Only 1% of applications have been refused. Grant funding of £22 million has supported 72 organisations for outreach and assistance to those who need it.
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Specific guidance on what will be put in place post-deadline was not addressed.
Fundamentally, This Is A Uk Success Story
We Are Committed To Making Sure That Everybody Who Is Entitled Gets Status
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Q2
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Covid has hampered outreach and travel for EU nationals trying to apply.
Due to the impact of covid, will the Minister consider extending the deadline by a year to avoid another Windrush scandal?
The scheme has been open for over two years before the pandemic. Grant funding of £22 million supports 72 organisations aiding applicants. People should apply by the current June deadline as their status will be protected until a decision is made.
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An extension to the deadline was not considered or promised.
Of Course, The Euss Has Been Open Since March 2019
We Have Given Grant Funding Of £22 Million To Help People
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Q3
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Many essential NHS EU workers may be unaware of their lack of settled or pre-settled status.
Should there be an obligation on organisations to signpost individuals to independent advice if they encounter eligible EU nationals?
Grant funding of £22 million supports 72 organisations aiding outreach. The scheme has been a success with 5.4 million applications and 4.9 million grants. Anyone eligible should apply by June deadline to secure their status.
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The obligation was not confirmed or promised.
I Am Not Sure I Entirely Agree With The Hon. Lady'S Suggestion
We Have Grant-Funded 72 Organisations For Outreach
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Q4
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EEA citizens face issues with proving settled status digitally.
Why can't something similar to printed proof of vaccination be done for EU settled status?
The system is working well with 5.4 million applications and 4.9 million grants. Anyone eligible should apply by the June deadline, which is six months after the transition period ended. We are committed to making sure everyone entitled gets status.
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An alternative way to prove settled status was not offered or promised.
To Be Honest, Given All The Prognostications Of Gloom And Doom
We Are Completely Committed
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Q5
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Concerns about work rights and living status for those applying after the deadline.
Will EU nationals still be able to keep working or renting a flat while waiting for a decision on a late application?
If an application is received by 30 June, even if decided after that date, the person will be able to continue working and living as normal with status. The critical point is submitting before 30 June.
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The Prime Minister assured that the law would be merciful to those in a difficult position post-deadline.
Can the Minister assure me that no one who is entitled but missed the deadline will lose rights or access to benefits, or be forcibly detained?
The best thing for any constituent entitled to EUSS is to apply by 30 June. If someone applies late with reasonable grounds, latitude will be shown. No hard deadline exists; a reasonable approach will be taken.
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A clear commitment on the treatment of those who miss the deadline was not given.
The Best Thing To Do For Any Constituent Is To Apply Before 30 June
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